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The FIKES FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $600K across 10 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SUPPORTING 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN VARIOUS COMMUNITIES AND DONATING MONEY TO COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES TO FUND THE C.E. FIKES ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR
$1.5M
93%
Scott & White Healthcare Foundation
$50K
3%
ELDREDS NURSERY FOUNDATION
$26.2K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FIKES FOUNDATION?
No. FIKES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FIKES FOUNDATION give?
FIKES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Alabama, and Tennessee. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are FIKES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FIKES FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FIKES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, FIKES FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $600 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FIKES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, FIKES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR, Scott & White Healthcare Foundation, and ELDREDS NURSERY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FIKES FOUNDATION?
FIKES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.